House of GRIM Blog

Your new tattoo isn’t gym-proof — or waterproof. We get it. You’re committed to your routine. You hit the gym, you swim, you sweat — and you just got fresh ink. But here’s the thing: a new tattoo is an open wound, and your body needs time to heal before you put it through extra stress. Here’s the truth about working out, swimming, and sweating after getting tattooed — and how to avoid ruining that brand-new piece you just dropped good money on.

Yeah, tattoos hurt. But they also heal, and then they become part of you.Pain fades. Art stays. And if you’re getting tattooed at GRIM Studios, you’re in safe, gentle, ridiculously capable hands. So breathe. It’s not that bad. And when it’s over, you’ll have something beautiful to show for it — forever.

Whether you’re rocking a fresh septum, a new cartilage stack, or that perfectly curated ear you’ve been manifesting for months, one thing’s for sure — piercings need TLC.And that TLC? It looks different depending on the season. At GRIM Studios, we see piercing clients year-round, and we’ve learned that summer and winter healing challenges are basically opposites — but equally sneaky. Here’s how to keep your piercings happy, healthy, and Instagram-ready in any weather.

Learn why piercing rejection happens, how to spot the signs early, and the best ways to prevent it from happening in the first place

You booked the appointment, survived the needle, tipped your artist — and now you’re wondering why your new tattoo looks like it’s trying to escape your skin. Don’t panic. That’s normal. But what happens next? That’s up to you. Here’s your quick, no-BS guide to tattoo aftercare that actually works, including the only two products you really need Mad Rabbit Soothing Gel, Mad Rabbit Aftercare Balm

Getting tattooed is painful. There’s no way around it. Or is there?

Tattoo aftercare products are quickly becoming a must-have product for seasoned tattoo collectors and newbies alike. The advent of...